When creating a rubric such as this, consider what "meets expectations" means as far as criteria and score/points. Work from there. Other examples of rubrics can be found at the links listed below.
Criteria Score
Exceeds Expectations (what made this above and beyond?
Meets Expectations (what are the basic requirements?)
Needs Improvement (what essentials are missing?)
Cartoon Content
Cartoon reflects the assigned and extends meaning by alluding to other similar topics.
Cartoon reflects the topic assigned.
Cartoon is connected to the topic, but there are not enough details to demonstrate understanding of the topic.
Cartoon Caption/Title
Caption/Title is related to design and provides a clear verbal clue about meaning of the cartoon
Caption/Title is related to the design and the topic
Caption/Title is somewhat connected to the design but does not address the topic or vice versa.
Cartoon Design
The design is clear and easy to understand – extra details are included that connect this topic with another or expand upon the basics.
The design is clear and easy to understand; the basic concepts of the topic are there.
The design detracts from the topic--the audience has difficulties understanding the topic or is mislead about the topic.
Sample Rubric
When creating a rubric such as this, consider what "meets expectations" means as far as criteria and score/points. Work from there. Other examples of rubrics can be found at the links listed below.
(what made this above and beyond?
(what are the basic requirements?)
(what essentials are missing?)
rubistar.4teachers.org